Occupational Therapy Program Student Handbook
C-11: Course Descriptions OT 515 Cr.3 Functional Neuroanatomy This course will address the anatomical basis of neuroscience with emphasis on rehabilitation. Structure and physiological function of the central nervous system will be correlated for normal and abnormal processes. Patient examples and research literature will be utilized to foster appropriate clinical decision-making skills in students. Lect. 2, Lab. 2. Prerequisite: admission to graduate Occupational Therapy Program. Offered Spring. OT 520 Cr.3 Introduction to Occupational Therapy This course introduces the fundamentals of occupational therapy. Topics include an overview of the history of the occupational therapy profession, theoretical frameworks, the OT Program curriculum design, and contemporary occupational therapy practice. Lect. 6. Prerequisite: admission to graduate Occupational Therapy Program. Offered Summer. OT 523 Cr.4 Human Physiology The course examines the physiological function and regulation of major organ systems and their components in the human body and after injury or disease. The course covers normal physiology as well as selected diseases. Concepts are organized by systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, nervous, hematologic, hepatic, reproductive, vascular, and genetics. Prerequisite: admission to the Occupational Therapy Program. Offered Summer. OT 524 Cr.5 Human Anatomy Provides an in-depth understanding of the gross anatomy of the human body through lecture, laboratory experiences, audiovisual, computer and cadaver prosection and dissection. Systems included are musculoskeletal, neurological, and skeletal. Biomechanical function, topographic and clinical applications are emphasized. Clinical applications are discussed. Lect. 2, Lab. 4. Prerequisite: admission to graduate Occupational Therapy Program. Offered Fall. OT 526 Cr.3 Foundations of Movement This course will apply principles of biomechanics, kinesiology and motor control to guide understanding and analysis of movement during occupational performance. This will include the study of structure and function of the skeletal, muscular and neuromuscular systems and their influences on normal and pathological motion. The development of movement and basic motor learning will be examined. Concepts will be explored supporting the foundations of movement and correlation with occupational performance across the lifespan. Prerequisite: admission to Occupational Therapy Graduate Program. Offered Fall
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